1882 Brown Back National Bank Notes

1882 Brown Back National Bank Note

The 1882 Brown Back gets its name from the distinctive brown-colored printing on the reverse side. These Second Charter notes are among the most popular with collectors due to their beautiful designs, which vary by denomination. The $5 "circus poster" design is especially sought after. Brown Backs were issued from 1882 to 1908, and notes from small towns or Western states can be worth thousands of dollars.

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At a Glance

Banks That Issued5,213
Total Known Issues14,123
Denominations $5, $10, $20, $50, $100

Issues by Denomination

Denomination Known Issues
$5 2,757
$10 4,661
$20 4,651
$50 1,027
$100 1,027

Top States

State Issues
Pennsylvania 1,544
New York 1,180
Massachusetts 1,029
Texas 867
Ohio 852
Illinois 732
Iowa 603
Kansas 462
Nebraska 403
Oklahoma 398